Monthly Archives: June 2022

Elderly abuse is practiced significantly but seldom talked about. A report by the Government of Canada reveals that about 45% of seniors report experiencing some form of abuse from the age of 65 onward, while many cases even go unreported. Elderly people are victims of physical, emotional, financial and even sexual abuse. This dramatically affects their … Continue reading →

One of the most common symptoms of Parkinson’s disease is shaky hands and feet. It is an involuntary movement of the limbs, which is described as a ‘tremor.’ Almost 80% of the people who have Parkinson’s have tremors. While they can be an inconvenience, the inflicted are also disabled by these tremors.   What are Parkinson’s … Continue reading →

Growing older carries with it a variety of challenges that we may not have encountered in our youth. Simple tasks like paying bills, buying groceries and other supplies for the home, or taking medication on time can become challenging for the elderly. This is why it’s important to treat the elderly with the same sensitivity … Continue reading →

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are complicated conditions caused by a myriad of factors including environmental, genetic, and several lifestyle factors such as what you eat, how much you eat and whether you exercise regularly. Having conditions such as diabetes, obesity, asthma etc. puts additional pressure on the body and on the mind, pushing it in … Continue reading →

If your family member has Alzheimer’s, you will know how challenging it is to communicate with them. Due to this illness, they find it challenging to articulate their thoughts and share them with loved ones. You will also observe that they repeat certain things, react impulsively, lose train of thought, or gradually stop communication. This … Continue reading →